2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Picasso and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 55 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, 2008 Ford Focus (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Picasso | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |