2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 295 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
