2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2001 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 94 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.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2001 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Picasso | Altis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
