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) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (72 HP). 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 414 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (118 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 | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
