2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 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 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z3 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
