2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 372 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.
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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Picasso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Picasso | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
