2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C1. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escape | C1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
