2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Picasso | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |