2006 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4, 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 650 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
