2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Picasso | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
