2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Picasso | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
