2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 435 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 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 530 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |