1990 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 678 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | BX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |