2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 641 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.
Because 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2010 Lotus Elise. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Picasso | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
