2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Picasso | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |