2007 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
