2005 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
