1997 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Picasso |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |