1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
