2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 210 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Picasso 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Picasso Pathfinder
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 3949 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 395 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L