2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 263 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escape | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
