2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picasso | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
