1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 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 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 55 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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 206 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
