2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 210 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 437 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Escalade | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |