2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 218 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |