1998 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 320 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 1998 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15, 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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1996 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
