2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 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 510 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
