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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 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 1104 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 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 X5. 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 X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (151 Nm @ 1750 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 | 2993 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 41 L |
