2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 426 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Convertible | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
