2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2012 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 340 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 2012 BMW 318 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 2012 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 BMW 318 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | 318 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |