1990 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 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, 1991 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
