1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2013 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | X1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |