2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 125 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Picasso | Milan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
