1992 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 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), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1705 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1705 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
