2007 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 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 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
