2009 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 153 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
