2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 and 2007 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 523 | C2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1360 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |