1991 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 12 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | BX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
