1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 682 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | BX | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |