2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Picasso | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
