2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1992 Westfield ZEI 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 1992 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Citroen | Westfield |
| Model | Picasso | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
