2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2172 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 19 L |
