1998 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. 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 1998 Citroen XM. 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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
