2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Escalade | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |