2007 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
