2010 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, both 2010 Citroen C1 and 2010 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C1 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C1 | 330 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |