2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
