1989 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1094 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
