1990 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 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 (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 6 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
