2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Because 2004 BMW 325 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 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |