2009 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 104 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
