2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 766 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 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 750 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C5 | 750 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |