1992 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1992 Citroen BX and 1992 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 267 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Escort |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |