1992 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | BX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |
