2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picasso | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
