2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 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 109 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
