2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 35 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Picasso | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
