2008 BMW X3 vs. 1992 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 920 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 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1992 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
