2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 335 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |