2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
