2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 216 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Picasso | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
