2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso

To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (89 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 2004 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura MDX 2007 Citroen Picasso
Make Acura Citroen
Model MDX Picasso
Year Released 2004 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 1900 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 55 L


 

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