2004 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 116 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 2004 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
