2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso

To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 2 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac DTS 2005 Citroen Picasso
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model DTS Picasso
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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