2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Volvo XC90

To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 108 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Picasso 2005 Volvo XC90
Make Citroen Volvo
Model Picasso XC90
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2922 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 268 HP
Torque 160 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Top Speed 190 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1438 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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