2007 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 581 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
