1996 BMW 540 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 540 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 1996 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 540 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
