2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 652 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 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, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Picasso | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
