2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1761 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
