1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 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 165 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 332 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1239 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
