2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |