2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Picasso and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Picasso | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |