2005 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1992 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 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 | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
