1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Rally Raid | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2946 mm |
