2008 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 650 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
