1992 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 475 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Carens |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
