2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 794 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Picasso 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Picasso Highlander
Year Released 2008 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 3000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2109 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L