2006 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia, 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
