2008 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
