2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 904 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C6 | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |