1990 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 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. Both 1990 Citroen BX and 2005 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
