2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Barina (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Picasso | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
