2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 948 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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 2006 Citroen C4. 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
