2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 4 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 2012 Pagani Huayra. 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2008 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | Picasso | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2795 mm |
