1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 18 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 918 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
