2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picasso | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
