2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |