2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1993 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 13 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX.
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, 1993 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1993 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Kalos | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
