2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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 2005 Citroen C2. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 59 L |