2008 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
