2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 94 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.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 118 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |
