2005 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Sebring 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 272 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 Chrysler Sebring (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Sebring 2005 Citroen Picasso
Make Chrysler Citroen
Model Sebring Picasso
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1747 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Top Speed 200 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L


 

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