2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
