1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 963 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Mehari | Escape |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 257 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |