2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 900 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C3 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C3 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
