1989 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 16 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 32 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX.
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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 2005 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Ka |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |