1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Bx | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Bx | Explorer |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |