1998 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
