1990 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
