2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Picasso | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
