2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 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 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Convertible | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
