2007 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2007 BMW 335 and 2007 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 335 | Picasso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |