2006 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | XM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
