1992 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Rio |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |