2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 318. 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 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 2009 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C3 | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |