1991 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
