2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 969 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Picasso | Transporter |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1375 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |