2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
