2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |