2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Picasso | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
