2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |