2010 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 550 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
