2001 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15, 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1993 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
