2008 BMW 645 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 645 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 645. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 645 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
