2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
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 C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |