1998 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 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 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
