2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 73 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Picasso | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
