2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 459 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C3 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
