2004 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 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 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 318 (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2000 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| 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 | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
