2001 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2001 BMW 750 and 2001 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 300 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 2001 BMW 750 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 2001 BMW 750. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 750 2001 Citroen C5
Make BMW Citroen
Model 750 C5
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 190 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2760 mm


 

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