2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 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 283 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1733 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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 2002 Citroen C 15. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
