2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 913 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 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | X6 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
