2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1989 Ford Falcon 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 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
