1999 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Citroen Saxo

To start off, both 1999 BMW 325 and 1999 Citroen Saxo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 325 1999 Citroen Saxo
Make BMW Citroen
Model 325 Saxo
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 189 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L