2007 BMW 545 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara

To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 545 2000 Citroen Xsara
Make BMW Citroen
Model 545 Xsara
Year Released 2007 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 1868 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2550 mm


 

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