2001 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | AX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 43 L |