2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1966 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1966 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
