1990 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1407 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 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | T5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
