2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
