1990 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 191 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |