2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2004 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 19 L |
