2007 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
