2003 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 732 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.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 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 |
