2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 183 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Picasso | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
