2006 BMW X3 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
