1992 BMW 332 vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 332 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
