2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 689 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 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C2 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
