2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 534 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Picasso | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |