2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
