2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1095 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | Picasso | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |