2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |