1991 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 752 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 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
