2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
