1992 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
