1991 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
