2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Picasso | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |