2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C8 (285 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
