2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 986 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Picasso | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |