2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |