2009 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
