1990 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | B |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
