2008 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 430 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 2008 BMW 330 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 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |