1989 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX. 1993 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | BX | 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |