2006 BMW 120 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 120 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 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 120 | XM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 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 | 1835 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
