1997 Buick Century vs. 1993 Citroen BX
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 4 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 590 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.
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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1993 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Century | BX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
