2004 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2004 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 645 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
