2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 245 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 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Picasso | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
