2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Picasso | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |