1991 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 521 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
