2002 Audi TT vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
