2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | 335 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |