1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 551 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Eldorado | C5 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |