2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Citroen C5

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2004 Citroen C5
Make BMW Citroen
Model 330 C5
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1775 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 66 L