2009 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
