1990 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 940 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | F-150 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |