2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 BMW 525 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 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C5 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |