2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
Model | Picasso | Nazca |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |