2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 195 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | X5 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |