1992 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 360 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
