2009 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso

To start off, 2009 Audi S6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

Because 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi S6 2005 Citroen Picasso
Make Audi Citroen
Model S6 Picasso
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 1900 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L