2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1996 Citroen XM | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | XM |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |