2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 980 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 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 2008 Audi Q7 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. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Q7 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |