2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2005 Citroen Picasso
Make Audi Citroen
Model A6 Picasso
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L