2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15, 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C 15 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
