2003 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | Visa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |