2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 155 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2006 Skoda Octavia 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. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Picasso | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
