2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xsara | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
