2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |