2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Picasso | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
