2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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 2001 Citroen C2. 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 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C2 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 93 L |
