2008 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 794 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 550 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
