1992 Citroen BX vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 810 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 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | BX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
