1991 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 498 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, 2005 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | BX | LW |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
