1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 870 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Bx | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
