2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 290 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 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Picasso | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
