1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Saxo | Escalade |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |