2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Picasso | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |