2009 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Citroen C5

To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 BMW 118.

Because 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 118 2006 Citroen C5
Make BMW Citroen
Model 118 C5
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 66 L


 

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