2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Picasso | Fox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |