2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 16 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 178 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
