2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 625 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Picasso | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |