2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 425 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Alpina | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
