1990 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
