2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
