2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C6 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 (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
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, 2005 Citroen C6, 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | C6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
