2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Picasso has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Picasso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 2008 Citroen Picasso
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Tahoe Picasso
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2419 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 55 L


 

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