1990 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 375 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 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Baja |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
