2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2086 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 19 L |
