2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 842 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Picasso | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
