1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
