2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Citroen C5

To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Eldorado and 2002 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. 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, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Eldorado 2002 Citroen C5
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model Eldorado C5
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 315 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 190 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2760 mm


 

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