2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 Subaru Outback

To start off, both 2008 Citroen Picasso and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.

Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2008 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Picasso 2008 Subaru Outback
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Picasso Outback
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 245 HP
Torque 160 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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