1999 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 323 | Osee |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |