2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 312 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Picasso | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |