1991 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
