2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Picasso | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
