1990 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1177 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
