2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato.
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 @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Picasso | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
