2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 2008 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2008 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
