2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Citroen Multispace
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Citroen Multispace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1463 kg more than 2008 Citroen Multispace.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Multispace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Multispace. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Multispace. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Multispace has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Multispace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Citroen Multispace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Multispace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
