2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
Because 2006 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C5 | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |