2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
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 Picasso (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
