2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 BMW X5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 896 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |