1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 2013 Cadillac XTS has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Mehari | XTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2831 mm |
