2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 589 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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 C3. 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 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |