1993 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 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. Both 1993 Citroen BX and 2005 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 206 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
