2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C5 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Escape |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |