1990 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | BX | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
