2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Picasso | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
