2009 BMW X6 vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X6 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
