2007 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 120 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
