1991 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 7 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
