2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
