2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xanae | 525 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
