2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | BX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 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 | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
