2007 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1994 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
