2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Picasso | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
