2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Picasso | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
