1991 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 813 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen BX 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model BX Santa Fe
Year Released 1991 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 83.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L