2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 214 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 330 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 330. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 2007 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |