2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Picasso | Demio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
