2008 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2008 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 775 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 M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M5 | C2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |