2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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 C2, 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 (390 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 745 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
