2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Picasso and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 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 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Picasso | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |