2008 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 133 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.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 316. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 316 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
