2004 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C8. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C8 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
