1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Visa | X5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |