2002 Citroen C5 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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
