2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Scenic II (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 80 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Picasso | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
