2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |