2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |