2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
