2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 131 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Picasso | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
