2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 10 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5.
Because 2010 BMW 320 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 2010 BMW 320. 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
