2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 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 95 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
