1992 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 610 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
