2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 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 | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
