2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 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 Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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 Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z3 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
