1993 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 890 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 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | BX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
