2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 40 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 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Picasso | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
