1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2012 BMW 325 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 325. 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
