2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |