2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (200 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |