2001 Audi A2 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (89 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
