2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
