2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 199 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2009 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. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Escalade | Xantia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |