2007 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
