2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac Escalade and 2007 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 313 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1389 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. 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 2007 Citroen Xsara. 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 2007 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Xsara 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 | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
