1992 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Renault TXE
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault TXE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault TXE would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault TXE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault TXE (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault TXE should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX.
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, 1991 Renault TXE (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault TXE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1991 Renault TXE | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | TXE |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
