2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Picasso | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |