2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Citroen C6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C6. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Citroen C6 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X3 | C6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |