2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |