2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |