2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 674 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.
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, 2011 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
