2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 142 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Picasso | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
