1990 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 678 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
