2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX 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 238 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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 1979 Citroen CX. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3100 mm |
