2005 BMW 630 vs. 2005 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2005 BMW 630 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 711 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.

Because 2005 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3, 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 630 2005 Citroen C3
Make BMW Citroen
Model 630 C3
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 69 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 156 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 17.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1764 kg 1053 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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