1990 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 410 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | B |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
