1990 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 314 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.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
