2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 159 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1605 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
