2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Picasso | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |