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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP). 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 735 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 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 | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |