2006 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 BMW 523.
Because 2006 BMW 523 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 2006 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 523 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
