2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Picasso | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
