1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 965 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 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Astro | BX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
