2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 BMW 645

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.

Because 2008 BMW 645 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 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2008 BMW 645
Make Citroen BMW
Model C5 645
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4398 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 328 HP
Torque 190 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1393 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L


 

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