2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 587 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 X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. 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 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2007 Citroen C3
Make BMW Citroen
Model X3 C3
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 198 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 13.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1068 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 45 L