2006 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 BMW 316 and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 316 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 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 316 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 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 | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |