2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 98 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
