2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 396 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 144 L |
