1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 616 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2824 mm |
