2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | C3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |