2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Picasso | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
