1995 BMW S3 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 1995 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
