2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Escape |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |