1991 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1110 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen BX 2007 Honda Pilot
Make Citroen Honda
Model BX Pilot
Year Released 1991 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 77 L


 

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