2005 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort. 2010 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |