2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2008 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Picasso | 316 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
