2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 283 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2013 Honda Accord 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. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Picasso | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 274 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
