2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 530 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |