2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Picasso | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |