2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 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 2002 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C3 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |