2003 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
