2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 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), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2010 Toyota Sienna 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. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Picasso | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
