1992 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2002 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Vue weights approximately 546 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, 2002 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | BX | Vue |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
