1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 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), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 702 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
