2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 625 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.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Picasso | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |