2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 2003 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C4 | 2005 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |