1990 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Geely CK
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 19 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Geely CK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Geely CK (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Geely CK weights approximately 114 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Geely CK (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Geely CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2009 Geely CK | |
| Make | Citroen | Geely |
| Model | BX | CK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
