2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 595 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Picasso | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
