2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 24 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |