1990 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba 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 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |