2012 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 264 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escape | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
