1992 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 14 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | RunX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
