2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 499 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | C2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |