2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 325 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 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 2006 Citroen C3
Make BMW Citroen
Model 325 C3
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 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 72 HP
Torque 237 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 206 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1212 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L


 

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