2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 323 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |