2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 131 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |