2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 290 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
