2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |