2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (87 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Picasso | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1375 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
