2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
