1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 25. 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
