2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Picasso | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
