2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2007 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 130 | C2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |