1997 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 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 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, 1997 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
