1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 871 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
