1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 378 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |