2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Picasso | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
