2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 116 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
