2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
