2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.

Because 2009 BMW 135 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 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 135 2009 Citroen C5
Make BMW Citroen
Model 135 C5
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 68 L


 

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