2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Citroen C
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Citroen C were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C, 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Citroen C | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 745 | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |