2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
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 - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |