2000 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW X5 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |