2003 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. 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 1988 Citroen C 15. 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |
