2007 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
