2011 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 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 2011 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 328 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
