2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 191 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 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. 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 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
