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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 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 | 2979 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |