2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
