2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Picasso and 2007 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 124 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 (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Picasso | Elantra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |