2004 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 2004 BMW M6 and 2004 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 392 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 BMW M6 2004 Citroen Xsara
Make BMW Citroen
Model M6 Xsara
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4998 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 108 HP
Torque 520 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1237 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 54 L