2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. Both 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Citroen Picasso are equipped with a 1,747 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
