1994 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. Both 1994 Citroen XM and 2006 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 77 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
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 Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
