2009 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 BMW 523 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 523. 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 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 523 | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |