2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1989 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. 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) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
