1990 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
