2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picasso | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
