1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xantia | 328 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |