2005 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Citroen C2
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 2005 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2007 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 41 L |
