2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |