2003 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | ZX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
