2000 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 2000 BMW 325 and 2000 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 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 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |