2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Picasso | One |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
