2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |