2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2009 Citroen C4 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. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |