2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 120 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 C8, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 135 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
