1996 Citroen XM vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 2010 BMW 320 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 2010 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM, 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | XM | 320 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
