2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Picasso | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
