2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 530 | C3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1760 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |