1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | BX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |
