2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 377 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 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
