2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 885 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Picasso | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
