1998 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 258 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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 Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |