1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1005 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 X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
