2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 279 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 Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
