2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 887 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xsara | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
