1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1522 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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 ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Xantia | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |