2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 680 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Convertible | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
