1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 145 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
