2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 12 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 803 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
