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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 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 244 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 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 | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |