2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Picasso | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
