2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Citroen DS
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 DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. 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 DS. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Escalade | DS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |