2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X Activity | XM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
