2004 BMW 316 vs. 2003 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 316 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 2004 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2003 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 316 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
