2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Picasso | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |