2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Picasso | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
