2007 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2007 BMW 650 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 703 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 650 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 650. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 650 2007 Citroen C3
Make BMW Citroen
Model 650 C3
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4797 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1147 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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