2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 BMW 330 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 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
