2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2, 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 530 (480 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (150 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
