2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso 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 269 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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 2005 Citroen Picasso. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
