2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |