2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
