2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
