1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 34 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Escape |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |