2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
