2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Because 2002 Ariel Atom 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 2002 Ariel Atom. 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, 2002 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Ariel | Citroen |
| Model | Atom | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
