2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 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 433 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 852 kg more than 2010 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Alpina | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
