2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1620 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
