1992 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | BX | Q3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |