1992 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 756 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |
