2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Citroen C
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 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 287 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1731 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. 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 2003 Citroen C. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Citroen C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |
