2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 905 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Convertible | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
