2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 451 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Escape |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |