2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Picasso | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 144 L |