2008 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 118 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
