2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. 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 2012 Citroen C5. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Escalade | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |