2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
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 Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 70 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Picasso | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |