2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 495 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | PT Cruiser | Picasso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |