2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 7 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Picasso | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
