2005 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
