BMW 1 series 2019 vs Citroen C4 2020
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 190 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Citroen C4 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 1 series engine produces 21 HP less power than Citroen C4, whereas torque is 40 NM less than Citroen C4. Due to the lower power, BMW 1 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.5 | 4.8 | |
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The Citroen C4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 1 series consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 1 series could require 105 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 1040 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km on highway | 1130 km on highway | ||
| Citroen C4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 153 mm (6 inches) | 197 mm (7.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Citroen C4 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Citroen C4 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW X1, BMW 2 sērija, BMW 4 sērija | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C4 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW 1 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW 1 sērija 2019 1.5 engine: The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. While it received generally positive ... More about BMW 1 sērija 2019 1.5 engine Citroen C4 2020 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Citroen C4 2020 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.32 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.52 m | |
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BMW 1 series is smaller. BMW 1 series is 4 cm shorter than the Citroen C4, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 1 series is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1200 litres | 1250 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 1 series is 0.5 metres more than that of the Citroen C4, which means BMW 1 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`870 | 1`755 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 17 800 | |
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