2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C6 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C6 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |