2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 785 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
