1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 314 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
