2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2013 BMW 5 Series are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Xsara | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |