2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Jazz |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |