2005 BMW 760 vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2002 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 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 760 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
