1996 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 169 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
