2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Picasso | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
