2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 447 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 2012 BMW 520 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 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | 520 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |