2006 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 2005 Citroen C | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
