2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
