2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 727 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.

Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Picasso 2011 Toyota 4Runner
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Picasso 4Runner
Year Released 2008 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 270 HP
Torque 196 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 2053 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 87 L


 

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