2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 105 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Picasso | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
