1996 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 840 | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
