2012 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 BMW 335 and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 228 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 335 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 335 | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 406 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |