2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 335 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1747 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
