2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |