1990 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 150 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2009 Kia Sorento 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. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |