1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |