2006 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 43 L |
