2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 974 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen Picasso 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Citroen Rolls-Royce
Model Picasso Silver Seraph
Year Released 2007 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5378 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 192 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 2300 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2170 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 94 L


 

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