2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 285 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 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |