2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |