2007 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2007 BMW 740 and 2007 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5. 2007 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 740 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 740 | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |