2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8. 2005 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
