2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 263 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Picasso | Croma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |