1998 Citroen AX vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 997 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | AX | 530 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
