1991 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, both 1991 Citroen BX and 1991 Toyota Lexcen were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen BX 1991 Toyota Lexcen
Make Citroen Toyota
Model BX Lexcen
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2740 mm


 

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