2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 670 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Picasso | V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
