2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 BMW 318.
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, 2004 Citroen C8, 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 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Citroen C8 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 318 | C8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |