2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Picasso | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
