2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 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 86 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
