2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Citroen C5

To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2008 Citroen C5
Make BMW Citroen
Model 330 C5
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 66 L