2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |