2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 199 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Picasso | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
