2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 520 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Picasso | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |