2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2003 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
