1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 557 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Bx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Bx | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Bx | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |