2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |