2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C-Crosser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C-Crosser | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
