1991 Citroen BX vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 921 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | BX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
