2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX 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 284 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 874 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. 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 1984 Citroen BX. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
