2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
