2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP) has 365 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1009 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C3 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 437 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
