2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8, 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 C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | C8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |