2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 C3. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Escalade | C3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |