2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 525 | C2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |