2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 2005 Citroen Picasso has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Picasso | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2415 mm |
