2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (89 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
Because 2008 BMW 116 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 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 116 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
