2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Picasso and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 396 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Picasso | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |