1991 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1540 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | BX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
