1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
