2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
