1991 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2002 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
