2003 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Citroen AX
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1993 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | AX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
