2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Honda S2000

To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.

Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Picasso 2009 Honda S2000
Make Citroen Honda
Model Picasso S2000
Year Released 2008 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 238 HP
Torque 160 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 7500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 84.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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