1991 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 18 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 417 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
