2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Picasso | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |