2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1358 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
