2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |