2003 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 530 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 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 530 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |