2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Picasso | i20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |