2000 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2000 BMW 318 and 2000 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 318 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 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2, 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, 2000 BMW 318 (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2. 2000 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2000 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 318 | C2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |