2003 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Citroen C2

To start off, both 2003 BMW 330 and 2003 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 330 2003 Citroen C2
Make BMW Citroen
Model 330 C2
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 72 HP
Torque 410 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 41 L


 

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