2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Picasso | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
