2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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 Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada 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 Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Picasso | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
