2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2009 BMW 130 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 2009 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 BMW 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
