2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 640 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Picasso | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |