2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
