2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Picasso | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
