2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser

To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser.

Because 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
Make BMW Citroen
Model 120 C-Crosser
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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