1989 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 8 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1070 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
