2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 13 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1225 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| 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 | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
