2010 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Escape | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escape | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |