2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 215 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
