2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 593 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.
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 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Picasso | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
