2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |