2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
