2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Picasso | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |