2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 BMW 128.
Because 2012 BMW 128 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 2012 BMW 128. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C5 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
