2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
