2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1360 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C2 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 85 L |
