1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Citroen C6
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (212 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Eldorado | C6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |