2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2004 BMW X3 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 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, 2004 BMW X3 (237 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW X3 2004 Citroen C5
Make BMW Citroen
Model X3 C5
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1479 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 66 L