1998 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Xanae |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
