2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
