1991 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1804 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | BX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |
