1990 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 840 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 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | BX | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |