2000 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1380 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
