2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Citroen Picasso were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | CTS | Picasso |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 233 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |