2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Picasso and 2007 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Picasso | Idea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |