1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 234 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |
