2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 114 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 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, 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 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |