1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 601 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.
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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Bx has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Bx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Bx | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
