1990 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 350 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | BX | 996 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |