2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 354 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | X1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |