1990 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 585 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Carens |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
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 | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |