1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | 118 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
