2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Citroen BX

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1990 Citroen BX
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Express BX
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2660 mm


 

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