1992 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Citroen BX 2009 Land Rover LR2
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model BX LR2
Year Released 1992 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1910 mm


 

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