2007 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 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 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
