2008 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, 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 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M6 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
