2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 451 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 550 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 550. 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 550 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |