2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1743 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 Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |