1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2934 mm |
