2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 342 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
