2005 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. 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, 1996 Citroen AX, 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 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1996 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
