2009 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Osee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | Osee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
