2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 537 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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 2009 Citroen C2. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | C2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |
