2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Citroen C5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 807 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
