2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2123 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 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 1987 Citroen Mehari. 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 (515 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
