2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, 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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C8 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
