2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva 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, 2004 Lada Niva 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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Picasso | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
