2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 898 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM, 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Escalade | XM |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
