2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
