2006 BMW X3 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
