1992 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 9 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 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 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
